Hi Judy, I just added the photos of your gorgeous squares to the KAS Reaches Great Heights challenge. After I added I noticed that your comment disappeared ! Did you delete it....or did I do something wrong ??
Thanks for your comment under my photo of oddments Judy. Good point about the sizing - using up scraps, especially of different thicknesses, does cause problems. That's why in desperation (I had an awful lot of small balls and awkward yarns) I decided this month that I would just stick to one pattern. For me 33 stitches in British Aran weight (worsted?) knits up right on 5mm needles so that's what I did and just striped in the other yarns, regardless of what they were. I've done 16 the same way and yes, I'm pleased to say that they have come out fairly consistently. Looking at your photos as I type I see that you have used Helen's Rib Variation. That's another way that I have used up odds and ends - it's very forgiving of colour changes etc. I have also done quite a lot of the heart square pattern and as soon as my new purchase of red yarn arrives this week that's what I will be doing with it. Looking at your pictures is a little like looking at my own - I am definitely intending to copy your beautiful rainbow.
So pleased that you have joined us - happy knitting.
Greetings Judy from up in Canada above MN! Welcome to a worldwide network of loving happy people helping African Aids orphans. Glad to have you with us. It's so heartening to know that in this global, often so impersonal world, we're actually making a difference, a REAL difference, in the lives of these children. Check out the Forum, above, for the various discussion threads, and Photos for all the lovely photos of members' work and Groups where you can join groups from countries around the world.
The Featured Discussions grouping (in the Forum section) show the most important subjects at the moment, latest challenges, latest news etc. I also recommend the Anyone Want to Chat Discussion section, which contains the Our Furry Companions and Yarnaholics threads. I am so much a Yarnaholic! Thanks again for helping the AIDS orphans in Africa!
Thanks Judy, KAS Forum members are a super bunch - in fact, most knitters or crocheters have hearts of gold! But, as you say, the children are our No.1 priority and by taking direct action we know that whatever we send actually reaches them! Do please add to the Photo tab - be it knitted or crocheted - we all love to ooh & aahh over whatever is produced!
Hello Judy, so glad you have joined us. Keeping the children in South Africa warm has brought together a world-wide group of caring knitters and crocheters.
If you haven’t already, please read through the welcome message on the forum main page for helpful hints and things that might interest you. The FAQ category should answer any general questions you may have. If not, please ask. http://forum.knit-a-square.com
KasSnippets has been e-published and I thought you might find it interesting to read.
Every month, we list the squares, beanies and tops that have arrived in South Africa. To find the ‘Squares lists’ please click the Forum tab [in the toolbar above] then on “Tallies/Item Count” for an up-to-date listing.
We have a challenge for each month. This is a fun way to try new colours, ideas or patterns. A theme is chosen, and if you wish, you may create something new and different......it could be making a plain square using a new colour, a different stitch or trying a totally new way of knitting/ crocheting. An 8”/20cm square is the perfect size for experimenting.
This month’s challenge is the Four Seasons. What colours come to mind when you think about the seasons in your country ? For me, here in Canada, winter will be blues, greys and whites. Then we have the much anticipated spring with its pinks and bright greens. Make as many squares as you like in the colours that remind you of your seasons. Making the basic square is a wonderful way to relax and still help the children. Plain Janes, as they are affectionately called, are the backbone of KAS. Since it takes 35 squares to make one blanket, squares are needed all the time.
Hi Judy and a very warm welcome to KAS from Norfolk UK. We are a very friendly bunch so please feel free to ask any questions, there is always somebody with an answer, as I have found out!
Do take a look around the site using the tabs at the top of the page.
The pattern tab will take you to some wonderful knit and crochet patterns of items that are desperately needed. We are focusing on children aged 4-9 years old.
Using the patterns from the KasPattern Book , which are designed for the older child, will ensure you send exactly what the children need to keep them warm.
The photo section has some wonderful pics of peoples work and when you feel ready it would be great to see some of your work but it isn’t a necessity to do this. It’s a great place for ideas and inspiration to keep the children warm.
So glad you have joined us. Happy knitting/crocheting :)
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Hi Judy, I just added the photos of your gorgeous squares to the KAS Reaches Great Heights challenge. After I added I noticed that your comment disappeared ! Did you delete it....or did I do something wrong ??
Thanks for your comment under my photo of oddments Judy. Good point about the sizing - using up scraps, especially of different thicknesses, does cause problems. That's why in desperation (I had an awful lot of small balls and awkward yarns) I decided this month that I would just stick to one pattern. For me 33 stitches in British Aran weight (worsted?) knits up right on 5mm needles so that's what I did and just striped in the other yarns, regardless of what they were. I've done 16 the same way and yes, I'm pleased to say that they have come out fairly consistently. Looking at your photos as I type I see that you have used Helen's Rib Variation. That's another way that I have used up odds and ends - it's very forgiving of colour changes etc. I have also done quite a lot of the heart square pattern and as soon as my new purchase of red yarn arrives this week that's what I will be doing with it. Looking at your pictures is a little like looking at my own - I am definitely intending to copy your beautiful rainbow.
So pleased that you have joined us - happy knitting.
Happy Birthday Judy. :))
Welcome, Judy, from Elkins Park, PA. Glad you've joined us! My son's in-laws live in Downingtown.
Welcome to KAS Judy and warm greetings from South Africa :)
Greetings Judy from up in Canada above MN! Welcome to a worldwide network of loving happy people helping African Aids orphans. Glad to have you with us. It's so heartening to know that in this global, often so impersonal world, we're actually making a difference, a REAL difference, in the lives of these children. Check out the Forum, above, for the various discussion threads, and Photos for all the lovely photos of members' work and Groups where you can join groups from countries around the world.
The Featured Discussions grouping (in the Forum section) show the most important subjects at the moment, latest challenges, latest news etc. I also recommend the Anyone Want to Chat Discussion section, which contains the Our Furry Companions and Yarnaholics threads. I am so much a Yarnaholic! Thanks again for helping the AIDS orphans in Africa!
Thanks Judy, KAS Forum members are a super bunch - in fact, most knitters or crocheters have hearts of gold! But, as you say, the children are our No.1 priority and by taking direct action we know that whatever we send actually reaches them! Do please add to the Photo tab - be it knitted or crocheted - we all love to ooh & aahh over whatever is produced!
hi, and welcome to KAS from lancashire we are all friendly and help if we can. as we all have one thing in common keeping the kiddie's warm.
Hello Judy, so glad you have joined us. Keeping the children in South Africa warm has brought together a world-wide group of caring knitters and crocheters.
If you haven’t already, please read through the welcome message on the forum main page for helpful hints and things that might interest you. The FAQ category should answer any general questions you may have. If not, please ask. http://forum.knit-a-square.com
KasSnippets has been e-published and I thought you might find it interesting to read.
Every month, we list the squares, beanies and tops that have arrived in South Africa. To find the ‘Squares lists’ please click the Forum tab [in the toolbar above] then on “Tallies/Item Count” for an up-to-date listing.
We have a challenge for each month. This is a fun way to try new colours, ideas or patterns. A theme is chosen, and if you wish, you may create something new and different......it could be making a plain square using a new colour, a different stitch or trying a totally new way of knitting/ crocheting. An 8”/20cm square is the perfect size for experimenting.
This month’s challenge is the Four Seasons. What colours come to mind when you think about the seasons in your country ? For me, here in Canada, winter will be blues, greys and whites. Then we have the much anticipated spring with its pinks and bright greens. Make as many squares as you like in the colours that remind you of your seasons. Making the basic square is a wonderful way to relax and still help the children. Plain Janes, as they are affectionately called, are the backbone of KAS. Since it takes 35 squares to make one blanket, squares are needed all the time.
Enjoy !
Hi Judy and a very warm welcome to KAS from Norfolk UK. We are a very friendly bunch so please feel free to ask any questions, there is always somebody with an answer, as I have found out!
Do take a look around the site using the tabs at the top of the page.
The pattern tab will take you to some wonderful knit and crochet patterns of items that are desperately needed. We are focusing on children aged 4-9 years old.
Using the patterns from the KasPattern Book , which are designed for the older child, will ensure you send exactly what the children need to keep them warm.
The discussion Ronda's Winter Drive-Celebrating the Year of the Older Child has an update of items needed.
The photo section has some wonderful pics of peoples work and when you feel ready it would be great to see some of your work but it isn’t a necessity to do this. It’s a great place for ideas and inspiration to keep the children warm.
So glad you have joined us. Happy knitting/crocheting :)
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